Tag Archive: Shared Mobility Study

  1. Bike sharing data shows health is improved and costs are lowered

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    Source: Saz Bike

    EIT Urban Mobility has presented preliminary data on the impact of bike sharing, coinciding with European Mobility Week, which took place from September 16-22. The data indicated positive effects in terms of lowering mobility costs, reducing emissions and boosting health.

    The full, comprehensive study, conducted by management consultancy EY, will be published in October.

    User benefits

    It has been found that over half of shared bike users combine them with public transport, and in doing so are able to dramatically reduce individual mobility costs – in some cases, by as much as 90%.

    Two-thirds of shared bike journeys replace a sedentary form of transportation, thereby increasing individuals’ active mobility.

    Wider benefits

    From an environmental perspective, there is a significant positive side. Compared to private cars, bike sharing produces six times fewer greenhouse gases, and the analysis reveals that approximately 46,000 tons of CO2 were saved in 2024.

    It is estimated that greater levels of active mobility could prevent around 900 cases of chronic illness and save the healthcare system €40 million.

    Bike sharing has a positive effect in reducing traffic congestion, with an estimated 760,000 reduced hours of congestion thanks to the transport mode.

    New jobs are created by the bike-sharing industry, an average of one job for every 75 shared bikes. A newer strand of the bicycle industry is opening up, with aspects such as system delivery, fleet maintenance and service needing to be covered.

    Final study expectations

    The final study is expected to outline forecasts for environmental, social and economic effects of bike sharing through to 2030. This will equip cities with an information foundation for the systematic incorporation of bike sharing into plans for air quality improvements and healthcare strategies, as well as transportation policy.

  2. Survey shows bicycle and scooter sharers travel more sustainably

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    Source: Way To Go

    A study of 4,100 users by the University of Antwerp and Way To Go, alongside several bike and scooter-sharing transportation services, revealed that those who use bike and scooter-sharing services drive less, and walk or use public transport more than the average Flemish person.

    This is the first study in Belgium to investigate the structural impact of bike and scooter sharing.

    Bike and scooter sharers use more public transportation and walk more often

    Firstly, the study shows that those who embrace shared bike and scooter services use the bus, tram and metro more often than the average Flemish person each week: 29% of bike users and 41% of scooter users, compared to 11% of Flemish people. They also walk more regularly: 87% of bike users and 86% of scooter users, compared to 76% of Flemish people).

    The findings show that shared bikes and scooters often fill service gaps left by public transport, such as late evening travel, areas with limited connections, or to avoid peak-hour congestion. “This confirms that shared mobility has become a necessary link in the mobility mix, not just a spontaneous choice,” said Jeffrey Matthijs, Director of Way To Go. “Shared bikes and scooters and public transport are not competitors, but reinforce each other. There are clear opportunities for public transport companies to develop combination tickets and subscriptions that integrate these services.”

    Fewer private vehicles

    The study highlights a broader shift in ownership patterns. 43% of shared mobility users do not own a car, compared with 19% of the Flemish population. Bicycle ownership is also lower (65% vs. 80%). Moreover, shared mobility is directly influencing decisions to give up private vehicles: in the year prior to the survey, 6% of respondents reported disposing of their car and 5% their bicycle.

    Demographic differences

    The research shows marked contrasts between user groups. Bike-sharing users tend to be older (average age 41), highly educated, and more likely to live in smaller households, with a nearly equal gender balance. Scooter-sharing users are typically younger (with an average age of 33), and more often students, and more likely to live with parents or in shared accommodation. Two-thirds (66%) of scooter users are male, and this group is less likely to hold a driver’s license.

    Impact on car travel

    Critics of shared mobility often argue that it replaces walking or public transport trips. The study acknowledges this but stresses that a significant number of car journeys are also avoided. Without access to shared bicycles, 17% of users would have opted to drive; for scooter users, the figure is 11%. “Micromobility partly replaces active mobility, but also significantly replaces car journeys,” Matthijs emphasized. “The net result is clearly positive for sustainable mobility.“

    The role of bike and scooter sharing in Flemish mobility

    The survey was jointly developed by eight bike and scooter sharing providers, who for the first time collaborated on a single questionnaire and data set. According to the University of Antwerp, the findings demonstrate that shared bicycles and scooters are not merely a convenience but a structural component of the Flemish mobility landscape.

    The full report can be accessed here.

  3. Shared mobility to be used by 25% of the global population by 2028

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    Source: SmartCitiesWorld

    Juniper Research’s new study highlights the growing role of micromobility and the need for its integration into public transport networks

    The study forecasts that a quarter of the global population will be using shared mobility services by 2028, as the industry continues to expand rapidly. The number of users is expected to grow by 46% over the next three years – from 1.4 billion in 2025 to more than 2 billion in 2028.

    The projected growth is attributed to the rapid development of on-demand transport platforms, many of which now include micromobility options such as e-scooters and e-bikes.

    Micromobility integration fuels growth

    The study highlights that a key driver of increased adoption is the integration of micromobility services into existing ride-hailing and shared mobility platforms. This enables users to access a broader range of transport options through a single app, increasing convenience and accessibility for urban commuters.

    Despite this progress, the report notes that full integration with public transportation systems remains a significant challenge, due largely to fragmented ownership and a lack of collaboration between private providers and public authorities.

    Call for public-private partnerships

    Juniper Research emphasizes the importance of effective public-private partnerships in creating seamless multimodal mobility solutions. Without coordinated efforts between city authorities and private vendors, the full benefits of shared mobility, such as reduced congestion and lower emissions, may not be realized.

    “In the short term, micromobility vendors must seek to adopt standards and pursue public/private partnerships to integrate services, to better serve public needs,” said report author Thomas Wilson. “Over the longer term, city authorities must work with shared mobility vendors to design true multimodal experiences, or congestion will not be effectively tackled.”

    Barriers to a fully multimodal market

    While e-scooters and e-bikes are well suited to inner-city travel, the lack of integration across services (often owned by competing private operators) continues to limit the potential for a truly multimodal transportation system. The report points to under-utilisation of micromobility options as a key issue holding back the sector’s full potential.

    To address this, the report recommends measures such as:

    • Expanding designated pick-up and drop-off zones for shared vehicles
    • Installing docking stations near public transport hubs
    • Encouraging interoperability between platforms

    Leading shared mobility markets

    According to the study, the 12 largest markets for shared mobility in 2025 will be:

    • China: 516 million users
    • India: 267 million users
    • United States: 125 million users
    • Japan: 44 million users
    • Taiwan: 37 million users
    • Bangladesh: 32 million users
    • Germany: 31 million users
    • Russia: 26 million users
    • United Kingdom: 25 million users
    • France: 25 million users
    • Indonesia: 24 million users
    • Italy: 21 million users

    These figures underline the widespread and growing popularity of shared mobility, particularly in urbanized and densely populated regions.

    Comprehensive market outlook

    Juniper Research’s new market suite provides detailed analysis and forecasts across 61 countries, covering more than 60,000 data points over a five-year period. The full report explores trends, opportunities, and challenges in the shared mobility sector. More information about its report Shared Mobility – For Use, Not Ownership, can be found on Juniper Research’s website.